Service Manual

Replacing the touchpad

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the

steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working

inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

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Topics:

• Procedure

• Post-requisites

Procedure

1. Slide the tabs on the touchpad into the slots on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

2. Align the screw holes on the touchpad with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

3. Replace the four screws (M2x2) that secure the touchpad to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

4. Place the keyboard cable over the touchpad.

5. Adhere the tapes over the touchpad.

6. Slide the touchpad cable into its slot on the touchpad and press down the latch to secure the cable.

Post-requisites

1. Replace the battery.

2. Replace the base cover.

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